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2018-11-11 08:49:41
Does eating food without washing hands is a concern for rabies or is it safe? Thanks for your kind reply.
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Not in usual case but u should always wash ur hands before eating anything.

Answered2018-11-11 08:52:07

YESNO

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Nope... Why did u ask... Did u have any contact with a rabid animal?

Answered2018-11-11 08:51:58

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